Now, Now @ Off Broadway
Now, Now (which has dropped the "Every Children" from its name) brings its sweet co-ed electro-pop back to town. With Santah, the Breaks. 9 p.m. 21-plus: $8. Under 21: $11

Homegrown Showcase @ the Pageant
Locals only rule the night, as Heroes of the Kingdom, Option//Control, Shame Club and Ready the Cannons take the stage. Free if you print a ticket at thepageant.com/homegrown. $5 otherwise.

This Must Be the Band @ 2720 Cherokee
The Chicago Talking Heads tribute starts your weekend off crosseyed and painless. 9 p.m. 21-plus. $10.Janis Ian @ Old Rock House
The legendary, Grammy-winning songwriter plays an intimate show as part of the venue's Listening Room series. 8:30 p.m. $32 Reserved, $25 General Admission. 21-plus only.